What's the difference between waffle makers that you can flip verses a waffle iron press? I want thick waffles.
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Some waffle irons flip to evenly spread the batter. This is important in commercial applications where the visual presentation of the product is crucial and can save on batter - you can use less batter to get a thick, complete waffle. The waffle iron presses, such as this one, rely on the expansion of the batter to create a complete waffle. Sometimes in order to get a full, thick waffle, you have to use a little more batter, which often ends up spilling over to the side. It's a trade-off - if you don't want spills, use less batter with the potential for a slightly incomplete waffle. Since you want "thick waffles," use plenty of batter and clean up the overflow when you're done.
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Hello, the waffles produced by this appliance are not extremely thick. The waffles produced are similar to those on the picture, but cannot be thicker. Contrary to good old cast iron waffle pans that you would flip, this one does not flip, but it cooks very evenly if your dough is well done. I really like this waffle maker (especially for its price)
19094
Hi - I'm not really sure of the difference between the two. This one , you do not need to flip. waffles are pretty standard size.
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Some waffle irons flip to evenly spread the batter. This is important in commercial applications where the visual presentation of the product is crucial and can save on batter - you can use less batter to get a thick, complete waffle. The waffle iron presses, such as this one, rely on the expansion of the batter to create a complete waffle. Sometimes in order to get a full, thick waffle, you have to use a little more batter, which often ends up spilling over to the side. It's a trade-off - if you don't want spills, use less batter with the potential for a slightly incomplete waffle. Since you want "thick waffles," use plenty of batter and clean up the overflow when you're done. Some waffle irons flip to evenly spread the batter. This is important in commercial applications where the visual presentation of the product is crucial and can save on batter - you can use less batter to get a thick, complete waffle. The waffle iron presses, such as this one, rely on the expansion of the batter to create a complete waffle. Sometimes in order to get a full, thick waffle, you have to use a little more batter, which often ends up spilling over to the side. It's a trade-off - if you don't want spills, use less batter with the potential for a slightly incomplete... » Read More Some waffle irons flip to evenly spread the batter. This is important in commercial applications where the visual presentation of the product is crucial and can save on batter - you can use less batter to get a thick, complete waffle. The waffle iron presses, such as this one, rely on the expansion of the batter to create a complete waffle. Sometimes in order to get a full, thick waffle, you have to use a little more batter, which often ends up spilling over to the side. It's a trade-off - if you don't want spills, use less batter with the potential for a slightly incomplete waffle. Since you want "thick waffles," use plenty of batter and clean up the overflow when you're done. « Show Less
19096
This machine makes beautiful thick Belgium waffles. I love it. You pour your batter pion the iron until completely covered with batter. Close lid. When the steam stops, lift the iron and you have a golden brown waffle.
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Nothing cooking wise when it comes to texture etc. The iron press in my opinon is easier. Just pour in mixture and wait for it to cook on its own. These for sure come out nice and thick!
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We've had both and I don't see a difference. As long as you are using a good recipe, they fill the press with no need to flip. I don't think the waffles are any different in dimensions.
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Don't know the difference but we are getting ready to buy another one just in case they stop making these and our old one that we've used heavily for years breaks!
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I went to a hotel and they had a flipping waffle maker and it worked well! I then went out and bought a flipping waffle maker, but it would cook unevenly and come out burnt! I returned that waffle maker, and bought this one! This one you have PERFECT WAFFLES every time!! I even bought this for a friend it works so well! They are thick!
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Use Bisquick waffle recipe...I've never had a bad waffle from using it. I pour less than a cup of batter onto iron, close lid & flip ....excellent waffles every time!
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As other types of batter (Chocolate, fudge, biscuits, banana bread, cake dough, etc.) are becoming popular in Waffle Irons, has anyone expanded their cooking and seen how this iron handles it?
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Either way it's still a waffle! Waffles have a touch more oil then pancakes as someone already mentioned prob to prevent sticking and making a big mess!
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i would think it turns out a more perfect waffle. I am very satisfied with it. May be it depends on the batter you use.
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There is a knob on top of the waffle maker that you adjust for light to darker waffles. I have found turning the knob half way makes a golden brown waffle that is crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. I use a heart healthy biscuit mix and they are delicious. We are very happy with our purchase.
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It all depends on the number of simultaneous waffles you néed to make. It makes a set of waffles every 3 mins or so and that is the only reason I would get the four is to increase production rate the two has always been enough for us. The 2 is also much smaller to store as well :-). If I had to buy again I would get the 2 again.
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The Cuisinart waffle maker sounds perfect for your needs. It is a shallower grill than your typical Belgian waffle maker. The colour option dial would be very useful also.
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I am certainly not a waffle expert, but this seems to make waffles that are not as thick as Belgian, but not thin (like Scandanavian waffles); more like something in between. I use 2/3 cup of batter (as suggested in the included recipe booklet) and they are medium thickness. I imagine you could use less batter and make them thinner. They are NOT as thin as Eggo frozen waffles. Hope this helps.
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Hi R.D. Adams, Perhaps your batter is a bit too loose/ runny?....you might have to thicken a bit. Waffle batter is thicker than pancakes batter. I brush generously with oil the form for each waffle. Hope this helps....
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Yes, I have made one waffle when that was all the batter I had left. You would want to be careful pouring the batter in to keep it in one waffle. Leave the heat setting the same. Truly a great waffle iron between it heating element, chime that indicates when the the waffle is done, non stick surfaces and the batter over flow tray in back. If you like waffles and would like to have them semi regularly you will not regret the purchase. It is pricey if waffles are a once or twice a year treat however, but money is to spend, right?
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Of course you are talking to a retired Chef here yes this is a great Waffle Iron that does make 1/2" waffles the same size as Eggo's in order to make those large Waffles U do have to seperate those eggs, mix your batter with the yokes only, after your batter is made take your egg whites and beat them until peaks are present and visable then you fold the egg whites mixture in to the batter this will make them a little larger and a lot lighter, other wise just plain batter this machine is great for your 1/2" waffles
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I am reading the reviews from all over trying to decide between the Waring Pro 300A and the Villaware 2010 waffle makers. Professional/consumer groups/cooking associates all seem to rate the Villaware better but home cooks seem to prefer the Waring. Comments? Has anyone tried them both? Price is not the deciding factor as they are priced within about $10 of each other. I just want a gooooood waffle that does not come out like a hockey puck or gooey in the middle.
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We have found that it depends a lot on the consistency of the batter. If it's a thicker batter, the waffles will be thicker. If the batter is thinner, so too will be the waffles. It makes wonderful waffles, no matter if they're thick or thin!
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I know this is late...but I just made a waffle (with some mini-chocolate chips) and it was perfect in exactly 4 minutes. I set the oven timer and checked when it beeped. Brown all over and not beige. Came out great! Sometimes I do wish I had a Belgian waffle maker...but this works great for old fashioned waffles and if you make extra, cut them into 4 pieces, they'll fit into a normal toaster. Also...if you flip the plates over, it becomes a griddle. Perfect for toasted sandwiches. I've had mine for years so I can't complain.
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No. it makes one large waffle at a time. You flip it over to cook both sides.
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Waffles are perfect on the number 4 setting...a fluffy 3/4 inch at least thick. Better than IHOP in my opinion